Question 1

What is an ATS resume checker?

Accepted Answer

An ATS (Applicant Tracking System) resume checker analyses your CV against ATS algorithms that employers use to filter candidates. It scores your resume on keyword match, formatting, section completeness, and readability — helping you identify gaps before applying.

Question 2

How do I check if my resume is ATS friendly?

Accepted Answer

Upload your PDF or Word resume to CVBuilder's free ATS checker. Our AI scans your CV and returns an ATS score (0–100), highlights matched and missing keywords, and gives specific tips to improve your score. Optionally paste the job description for a targeted match analysis.

Question 3

What is a good ATS score?

Accepted Answer

A score of 80 or above (Grade A) means your resume is well-optimised for ATS. Scores between 60–79 (Grade B) are acceptable but can be improved. Anything below 60 suggests significant keyword gaps or formatting issues that may cause your resume to be filtered out.

Question 4

Is this ATS checker really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. CVBuilder's ATS resume checker is completely free to use — no account required. Upload your CV, get your score, and download your improved resume using our free resume builder.

Question 5

What file formats does the ATS checker support?

Accepted Answer

The checker accepts PDF (.pdf), Word (.doc), and Word XML (.docx) files up to 5 MB. For best results, use a text-based PDF rather than a scanned image.

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